Median farmland prices fell across Central and Central Highlands in the first half of 2026, despite Queensland’s overall farmland median reaching
Rockhampton's Brisbane 2032 emblem reveal connects local athletes, the Fitzroy River and the city's future Games role.
Callide Power Station welcomed workers' families for tours and activities ahead of summer readiness works in late October.
Fish ‘n’ $IPS 26 adds Mount Morgan's Number 7 Dam as anglers compete across Queensland from December to January.
A woman was flown to Rockhampton Hospital after suffering injuries in a quad bike crash.
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Nominate a Rockhampton community champion for 2027
Rockhampton Region residents can nominate community achievers for recognition in the 2027 Australia Day Awards.
Rockhampton ranks third for mobile phone recycling
Rockhampton residents helped place the council third in Queensland for mobile phone recycling through MobileMuster.
96 years on the farm with Colin Stracey
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Clarke Creek luncheon draws strong support
Hundreds gathered at Lotus Creek for Clarke Creek Pony Club’s Melbourne Cup Tour fundraiser and community luncheon.
Father and son duos set for big race night in Rockhampton
Father and son teams will headline Rockhampton’s Super Stocker 20/20 in a packed weekend speedway program.
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Rockhampton's Brisbane 2032 emblem reveal connects local athletes, the Fitzroy River and the city's future Games role.
Fish ‘n’ $IPS 26 adds Mount Morgan's Number 7 Dam as anglers compete across Queensland from December to January.
At just 15, Gabrielle Stewart will represent Australia in two world triathlon events in Spain later this September.
Rocky City’s Amelie Smith sets a 200m breaststroke record and earns two medals for Australia at Junior Pan Pacs.
Four runners start a 5,000 kilometre record bid to raise $1 million and support Destiny Rescue's global rescue work.
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Construction partner named for major power line works
Construction is under way on Powerlink’s Central Queensland upgrade, with Zinfra building a key transmission line.
Frenchville butcher wins six gold medals and two category titles
Rockhampton’s Frenchville Quality Meats brought home six gold medals and two category titles from the state awards.
Queensland livestock producers face rebate deadline
Queensland sheep and goat producers have until September 30 to claim rebates for electronic identification equipment.
New $1.6m hub backs start-ups and small businesses
A new $1.6 million Rockhampton hub is helping local founders gain advice, skills, contacts and funding access.
Powerlink secures major Gladstone construction contract
The contract covers a new line near Gladstone, substation upgrades and a transformer, supporting about 150 workers.
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Median farmland prices fell across Central and Central Highlands in the first half of 2026, despite Queensland’s overall farmland median reaching a
Rockhampton's Brisbane 2032 emblem reveal connects local athletes, the Fitzroy River and the city's future Games role.
Callide Power Station welcomed workers' families for tours and activities ahead of summer readiness works in late October.
Fish ‘n’ $IPS 26 adds Mount Morgan's Number 7 Dam as anglers compete across Queensland from December to January.
